Quality Engineer Staff

Location: Minneapolis, MN 55401 Job Category: Engineering Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Reference Code: T08-8992 Quality Engineer Staff General Dynamics Computing Technology Division (CTD) is a division of General Dynamics C4 Systems. Based in Taunton, Massachusetts CTD offers a full range of rugged and semi-rugged information technology solutions for domestic and international defense, industrial, and commercial customers. We provide and fully support total IT solutions. Customers can fulfill all of their computing and network needs with CTD’s full line of rugged and semi-rugged computers, network equipment, and peripherals. Using CTD’s technical services, customers can build and implement total solutions that meet their exact needs. CTD’s rugged and semi-rugged computer products include a full line of handheld, laptop, tablet, and palm-top computers; networking products include servers, storage devices, and wireless networking components; and edge devices include displays, workstations, printers, and faxes. CTD’s technical services offerings include systems integration; wireless network design and integration; and worldwide end-to-end life cycle support.Our customers include all branches of the U.S. Military; public-safety organizations; and commercial field services in the insurance; communication, utilities, transportation, and telecommunications industries worldwide. CTD has approximately 900 employees at facilities in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia.In its Bloomington Facility, General Dynamics C4 Systems creates quality assurance - hardware and software - solutions based on program information, interactive data exploration and real-time collaboration. 40% travel.The Programs encourages people to analyze and share data as well as thoughts about that data, with other people in real-time collaborative environment. Well-informed group decisions are made quickly across technical, organizational and geographic boundaries without travel costs or changes to existing information systems. The successful candidate will demonstrates the ability to weigh program quality risks and make progress in the face of uncertainty. Willingly takes on quality issues and commits to solutions. Lead QA efforts for test automation. Participate in the full product lifecycle (requirements, design, development, test, release, customer support). Develop and implement test strategies. Develop and implement QA and I&T Test plans. Prepare reports and metrics as required. Manage defects to a timely resolution. Contribute to test automation. Other duties as assigned. Generally works within an identified work group. Day to day direction usually from technical lead or integrated product team leader.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Science or equivalent technical field or the equivalent experience is required. Master's degree is preferred. In addition, a minimum of three years of directly related experience is required. A minimum of five years of experience is preferred 1) Configuration Management and version control knowledge 2) Build and Release systems (ClearCase preferred) 3) Process/performance tracking and metrics 4) Performance monitoring and analysis Thorough understanding of ISO, CMMI and other QA methodologies and processes. Understanding of automated testing, test automation tools, scripting, and test case management. Thorough understanding of Windows and at least one Unix-style operating system (e.g. Solaris, Linux); Collaborative approach, excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Excellent problem-solving skills, self-starter, initiative and drive.Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen.Must be able to travel 20% of the time. Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Security Clearance. Applicant must be a US Citizen. Applicant must be able to pass an extended background investigation (EBI) for this position.  Submit Your Resume Online Now